in support of
idiom
1
: in a way that shows approval of (something) : in favor of (something)
A majority voted in support of the bill.
2
: in order to support (something)
He presented evidence in support of his hypothesis.
The band is on a promotional tour in support of their latest album.
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In January, Jennie announced The Ruby Experience, a brief run of intimate live shows in support of her upcoming debut album Ruby, out March 7.
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Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 19 Feb. 2025
The district is in the process of adding two members to its Prop AA Independent Citizens Oversight Committee, the group that ensures all bond funds are used only in support of projects included in the bond measure.
—Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Feb. 2025
Agencies are taking independent action in light of the recent hiring freeze and in support of the President's broader efforts to restructure and streamline the federal government to better serve the American people at the highest possible standard.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 15 Feb. 2025
Crow was most recently seen as part of the all-star band opening the Grammys with a song in support of fire relief aid for Los Angeles.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 14 Feb. 2025
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Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 19 Feb. 2025
The district is in the process of adding two members to its Prop AA Independent Citizens Oversight Committee, the group that ensures all bond funds are used only in support of projects included in the bond measure.
—Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Feb. 2025
Agencies are taking independent action in light of the recent hiring freeze and in support of the President's broader efforts to restructure and streamline the federal government to better serve the American people at the highest possible standard.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 15 Feb. 2025
Crow was most recently seen as part of the all-star band opening the Grammys with a song in support of fire relief aid for Los Angeles.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 14 Feb. 2025
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“In support of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20support%20of. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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